Tag: Team AllEars
by Libby Goldberg When asked to write a post for the Team AllEars Running Blog I was flattered and also nervous. What do I have to say that is important? What do I have to say to motivate anyone? Most importantly, my lack of experience makes me very under-qualified to give any advice. So what … Continue reading "I’m Not a Runner, But I’m Working on My Ways"
My First Marathon
Posted onby Dave Dunkowski For serious runners this is probably a milestone in their running accomplishments. For me it was an extra special achievement, because I ran my first marathon at the age of 60. So where do I start to describe the experience? I started running when I joined Team AllEars 2011 about a year … Continue reading "My First Marathon"
Team AllEars Northeast Summer Run and Beach Bash
Posted onby Michelle Scribner-MacLean As our team grows, so grows relationships. Since Team AllEars members live all over the United States and in three different countries, one thing that has emerged is the need for people to run local races together (when possible) and to just find time to hang out together and talk about two … Continue reading "Team AllEars Northeast Summer Run and Beach Bash"
The First Step
Posted onby Tabitha Williams When people ask me what I’m interested in, or what my hobby is, I usually say traveling and Disney. I haven’t really traveled all that far from my home but I can talk your ears off about Disney. I have never really liked running and never, ever considered a marathon. So to … Continue reading "The First Step"
Do You Know Where Your Runs Are?
Posted onby Brad Garfinkel Did you wake up January 1st and make the New Years resolution to lose weight, to exercise and to stop being a couch potato? Did you get really crazy and register for the Walt Disney World 5K, half marathon, full marathon or goofy challenge as your motivation? Are you looking at the … Continue reading "Do You Know Where Your Runs Are?"
Run/Walk Strategy Basics for Runners and Walkers
Posted onBy Helen Dunn In recent years the run/walk strategy for completing an endurance event has become extremely popular. The technique is bound to become even more popular at Walt Disney World sponsored races since the chief proponent of the run/walk method, Jeff Galloway, has become the Official runDisney Training Consultant. In fact, Galloway provides specific … Continue reading "Run/Walk Strategy Basics for Runners and Walkers"
You’re Running a Half Marathon?!!
Posted onby Heather Melito-Dezan The title says it all. This is the reaction I get when I tell people about my latest endeavor. I don’t really take offense to this statement because I too can hardly believe I have signed on for this. I am a 34 year old married mother of a nine and (nearly) … Continue reading "You’re Running a Half Marathon?!!"
TRACK, TRACK, TRACK
Posted onBy Amanda Gonzales “Track, Track, Track!” That is the subject of the email I receive two times a week on Tuesday and Thursday from my running coach. I see the email and take a deep breath to calm my nerves. Then, I double click to unveil the torture that will be awaiting me at the … Continue reading "TRACK, TRACK, TRACK"
Green and Growing….Lesson From My Running Mentee
Posted onby Michelle Scribner-MacLean Co-Captain, Team AllEars This year for the first time Team AllEars has implemented a running mentor program: members can request a veteran runner to offer one-on-one virtual guidance along the way. Although we have lots of support systems in place to help our runners, the hope was not that folks would have … Continue reading "Green and Growing….Lesson From My Running Mentee"
Neverland
Posted onby Dave Aulen I’m not going to string you along. There will be no mention of pirates, pixies, or Pan in this blog. Instead, I’ll be writing about what keeps me going. I caught the travel bug from my family. My parents enjoyed vacations for the same reasons most of us do: relaxation, new experiences, … Continue reading "Neverland"
